Pjila’si – Welcome
As First Nations and Inuit we are now entering an exciting time filled with opportunity as we travel the journey of economic reconciliation, inherent rights, Aboriginal Title and claims. There is much to understand and be informed about as we travel this journey.
This web site will focus on information about what is happening in First Nation communities across Canada including ours here at Pabineau First Nation. We will also provide information on what is happening in other countries affecting Indigenous Peoples.
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Creator, we thank you for yesterday, we are grateful for today and hopeful for tomorrow.
This week’s edition covers a variety of subjects. Bill- S2 is a major focus for First Nations who disagree with the second generation cut-off for status. A few articles deal with this subject and one solution raised is a one parent rule. “Our people are our people. No law should tell us otherwise,” says Chief Tammy Cook-Searson of the Lac La Ronge Saskatchewan First Nation. Bill C-21...
Welcome to this edition of articles. The subject matter covers the spectrum of Aboriginal Title, Aboriginal Rights, Reconciliation and Economic opportunity. BC is experiencing a reversal on both reconciliation and Aboriginal Title. The reversal on reconciliation is highlighted by the Provincial approach toward UNDRIP after the initial legislation. The BC reversal is attributable to the Cowichan...